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Green votes make von der Leyen Commission President again

Ursula von der Leyen received 401 votes in her ballot for a second term as Commission President. Although the Greens are not part of the informal coalition, they voted in large numbers for the CDU politician – and thus probably decided the election.

By Markus Grabitz

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Third Plenary Session: These priorities emerge

In its first communiqué on the Third Plenum, the Communist Party emphasizes security policy and chastises two former ministers. The term "development" is experiencing a renaissance, while "reform" is fading into the background.

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Von der Leyen: Competitiveness is a top priority

In her guidelines, Ursula von der Leyen lists the building blocks for greater competitiveness with which she wants to shape her next term of office. We give you an overview of the Clean Industrial Deal, SME policy, and the phase-out of combustion engines.

By Till Hoppe

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Research: How German academia becomes more aware of risks

German universities are increasingly concerned that cooperation could inadvertently support developments in China that are critical of military or human rights. That is why requests are being scrutinized much more closely – and even rejected.

By Marcel Grzanna

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CO2 fleet legislation contradicts Paris climate targets

The EU must immediately and comprehensively reform the CO2 fleet regulation of passenger cars. This is the demand of a group of researchers led by Thomas Koch from Karlsruhe KIT. Otherwise, the sector will be at odds with the Paris climate targets in 2030.

By Lukas Knigge

European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen is seen at a press conference after the second day of the EU - CELAC Comunidad de Estados Latinoamericanos y Caribenos - Community of Latin American and Caribbean States summit, in Brussels, Tuesday 18 July 2023. The EU-CELAC summits bring together European, Latin American and Caribbean heads of state and government to strengthen relations between these regions. **** BELGIUM ONLY **** PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxBELxFRAxNED JONASxROOSENS 70769005 Bild: Imago / Belga
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Second Von der Leyen coalition in place before election

The EPP, S D and Renew are largely in agreement on forming an informal coalition to support a second Von der Leyen Commission: The content, personnel, composition, and distribution of committee chairs have largely been negotiated. This is seen as an assurance that Ursula von der Leyen will get a majority in parliament today.

By Till Hoppe